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Rules definition

What does Rules mean? Rules describes the written provisions that govern how a pension scheme operates—especially occupational pension schemes—usually contained in, or annexed to, the trust deed (trust deed and rules). Legislation refers to these as scheme rules (for example, Pensions Act 1995 and Pensions Act 2004 in the UK, and the Pensions Act 1990 in Ireland). Scheme rules set out eligibility, benefit structure (defined benefit or defined contribution), contributions, service and accrual, retirement options and ages, revaluation/indexation, ill‑health and death benefits, transfers in and out, leaver provisions, forfeiture, augmentation, priority on winding‑up, discretions and decision‑making, and the scheme’s amendment and termination powers. They also...

Swiss Rules 2021: Arbitral Tribunal Powers over Jurisdiction, Set-off, Interim and Emergency Relief, Procedure, Applicable Law, Awards and Costs

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Practice notes

Revised on 1 June 2021, the Swiss Rules of International Arbitration (Swiss Rules) apply—unless the parties agree otherwise—to all arbitrations started on or after 1 June 2021 where the arbitration agreement refers to the Swiss Rules, or to the earlier rules of chambers or bodies that have joined or placed their proceedings under the Swiss Rules. This Practice Note reviews the Arbitral Tribunal’s powers under the Swiss Rules. For commentary on the 2012 Swiss Rules, see Swiss Rules arbitration—overview. Under the Swiss Rules, tribunals enjoy extensive authority and discretion across the conduct of the case. In principle, the tribunal may manage the arbitration as it considers appropriate, while safeguarding equal treatment of the parties and their right to be heard (Swiss Rules, art 19.1). This expressly encompasses steps to enhance procedural efficiency.

Competence-competence

The tribunal may determine any jurisdictional objection, including challenges to the existence, validity or scope of the arbitration agreement, as well as objections that claims are brought under more than one Arbitration agreement...

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Robin Moser

Loyens & Loeff

Robin Moser is a partner in our Zurich office. He focuses on domestic and international dispute resolution and has broad experience in representing clients in court, before federal and cantonal authorities and arbitral tribunals. His clients include banks, funds, multinationals and high-net-worth Individuals.Robin also has substantial experience in handling commercial disputes, asset recovery and enforcement matters, M&A disputes and criminal cases....

Johanna Hädinger

Loyens & Loeff

Johanna Hädinger is an associate in the Zurich office. She focuses on dispute resolution and advises on international arbitration and enforcement matters. She specialises in international arbitration with experience in commercial, engineering and construction arbitration. She also represents clients in front of state courts and in enforcement matters, particularly concerning the enforcement of foreign court decisions and arbitral awards....

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